2019 $1 Coin - Australia's Wild Colonial Bushrangers- 'C' Mintmark

2019 $1 Wild Colonial Bushrangers – 'C' Mintmark (The Kenniff Brothers)

Explore a rugged chapter of Australia’s frontier history with the 2019 "Wild Colonial Bushrangers" commemorative $1 coin. This specific release features the 'C' Mintmark, signifying it was struck on the gallery press at the Royal Australian Mint in Canberra. This version is dedicated to the Kenniff Brothers, Patrick and James, who are often cited as Australia's last bushrangers.

The design captures the lawlessness and notoriety of the bushranging era, making it a compelling piece for collectors of Australian folklore and history.

Key Features and Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2019
• Theme: Australia's Wild Colonial Bushrangers
• Featured Figures: The Kenniff Brothers (Patrick and James)
• Mintmark: 'C' (Canberra) – Struck at the Royal Australian Mint.
• Reverse Design: A symbolic design featuring a colonial-era horseman and the iconic "Bushrangers" typography, set against a background of rugged Australian scrub.
• Obverse Design: Features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
• Composition: Aluminium Bronze
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Legal Tender: Official Australian $1 coin.

Condition and Presentation

The coin is presented in its original, official Royal Australian Mint fold-out presentation card. The card features a dedicated biography of the Kenniff Brothers and the story of their final stand in the Queensland bush.

Condition Note:

• Uncirculated Quality: The coin is in uncirculated condition, exhibiting original mint lustre and sharp design details.
• Packaging: The original card remains in excellent condition, though minor shelf wear may be present consistent with its age.
• Preservation: To ensure the highest level of long-term protection, some coins may be transferred to archival-quality Mylar coin flips if the original card housing has aged or become compromised.